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CORSAIR NAUTILUS II 360 RS ARGB vs NZXT Kraken Plus 240
Product A: CORSAIR
31 of 54 known
NZXT Kraken Plus 280
Phanteks Glacier One 360M25-LCD
ARCTIC Liquid Freezer III Pro 280
be quiet! Silent Loop 3 420mm
MSI MPG CoreLiquid P13 360
ARCTIC Liquid Freezer III Pro 360
be quiet! Pure Loop 3 360mm
ARCTIC Liquid Freezer III Pro 240
CORSAIR NAUTILUS 240 RS ARGB
ARCTIC Liquid Freezer III Pro 420
CORSAIR NAUTILUS II 360 RS LCD
NZXT Kraken Plus 360 RGB
Change CORSAIR NAUTILUS II 360 RS ARGB
Compare the NZXT Kraken Plus 240 with
NZXT Kraken Plus 280
Phanteks Glacier One 360M25-LCD
ARCTIC Liquid Freezer III Pro 280
be quiet! Silent Loop 3 420mm
MSI MPG CoreLiquid P13 360
ARCTIC Liquid Freezer III Pro 360
be quiet! Pure Loop 3 360mm
ARCTIC Liquid Freezer III Pro 240
CORSAIR NAUTILUS 240 RS ARGB
ARCTIC Liquid Freezer III Pro 420
CORSAIR NAUTILUS II 360 RS LCD
NZXT Kraken Plus 360 RGBProduct B: NZXT
30 of 54 known
CORSAIR NAUTILUS II 360 RS LCD
CORSAIR iCUE LINK TITAN II 360 RX RGB
Phanteks Glacier One 360M25-LCD
be quiet! Pure Loop 3 360mm
DeepCool LT360 VISION ARGB
CORSAIR iCUE LINK TITAN II 360 RX LCD
Noctua NL-LC1-36
MSI MPG CoreLiquid P13 360
Lian Li HydroShift II LCD-S 360 CL
ARCTIC Liquid Freezer III Pro 360
Thermaltake TH360 V3 Ultra ARGB Sync
ARCTIC Liquid Freezer III Pro 420
Change NZXT Kraken Plus 240
Compare the CORSAIR NAUTILUS II 360 RS ARGB with
CORSAIR NAUTILUS II 360 RS LCD
CORSAIR iCUE LINK TITAN II 360 RX RGB
Phanteks Glacier One 360M25-LCD
be quiet! Pure Loop 3 360mm
DeepCool LT360 VISION ARGB
CORSAIR iCUE LINK TITAN II 360 RX LCD
Noctua NL-LC1-36
MSI MPG CoreLiquid P13 360
Lian Li HydroShift II LCD-S 360 CL
ARCTIC Liquid Freezer III Pro 360
Thermaltake TH360 V3 Ultra ARGB Sync
ARCTIC Liquid Freezer III Pro 42026 of 46 fields differ
- 16 different values
- 10 known for one only
- 5 the same
- 15 missing for both
Biggest differences
Each bar uses the scale of all 66 CPU coolers.
- Radiator sizeA: 360mmB: 240mmCORSAIR is 120 mm higher.
All 54 fields
Every value links to where we found it.


General
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Series
Model numbers
CW-9061049-WW, CW-9061050-WW2Maker product pagecorsair.com/us/en/p/cpu-coolers/CW-9061049-WW/nautilus-ii-360-rs-argb-liquid-cpu-cooler-ww-9061049-wwRead 14 October 2026The product page offers black SKU CW-9061049-WW and white SKU CW-9061050-WW for the 360mm size.
RL-KN240-B21Maker product pagenzxt.com/products/kraken-plus-240Read 14 October 2026Product info: RL-KN240-B2 (Black). The Plus RGB 240 is RL-KR240 and is a separate product with RGB fans.3Owner's manualcdn-g.nzxt.com/dl/Kraken%20Plus_Manual_240919_V2-WEB.pdfRead 14 October 2026The RoHS table lists Kraken Plus 240 (RL-KN240-B2), Kraken Plus 280 (RL-KN280-B2) and Kraken Plus 360 (RL-KN360-B2).
GTIN / EAN
Announced
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Status
Predecessor
CORSAIR NAUTILUS 360 RS ARGB1Press releasecorsair.com/newsroom/press-release/corsair-launches-second-generation-nautilus-ii-aio-cpu-coolers-and-upgraded-rs-ii-fans-for-quiet-effective-pc-coolingRead 14 October 2026Corsair's September 2026 launch release says the NAUTILUS II series liquid coolers replace the NAUTILUS RS.4Maker product pagecorsair.com/us/en/explorer/diy-builder/cpu-coolers/corsair-nautilus-ii-vs-nautilus-whats-the-differenceRead 14 October 2026Corsair calls the NAUTILUS II an updated version of the NAUTILUS and compares the two 360 RS ARGB models.
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Successor
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Launch price (US)
$139.991Maker product pagenzxt.com/products/kraken-plus-240Read 14 October 2026The page price is $139.99. The same price is in the May 2025 launch article. US prices exclude tax.5Press articlehardcoregamer.com/nzxt-launches-four-new-pc-componentsRead 14 October 2026Kraken Plus 240 $139.99. US prices exclude tax.
Launch price (EU)
Markets
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US, EU5Press articlehardcoregamer.com/nzxt-launches-four-new-pc-componentsRead 14 October 2026USD pricing for the US.6Press articlegeektopia.es/es/technology/2025/05/21/noticias/nzxt-anuncia-la-serie-kraken-plus-de-refrigeraciones-liquidas.htmlRead 14 October 2026EUR pricing next to the USD pricing of the US launch.
Colours
Cooler type
Air cooler layout
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Rated TDP (claimed)
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Base material
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Compatibility
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CPU sockets
AM5, AM4, LGA1954, LGA1851, LGA17003Owner's manualcorsair.com/us/en/explorer/diy-builder/cpu-coolers/nautilus-ii-240-360-rs-argbRead 14 October 2026Box contents: Intel LGA 1851 / 1700 mounting bracket set and backplate, AMD AM5 / AM4 bracket set pre-installed. Corsair's comparison table and Scan also name Intel 1954.4Maker product pagecorsair.com/us/en/explorer/diy-builder/cpu-coolers/corsair-nautilus-ii-vs-nautilus-whats-the-differenceRead 14 October 2026Cooling Socket Support: Intel 1954, 1851, 1700 and AMD AM5, AM4. LGA1954 needs no extra kit in Corsair's table.5Retailer pagescan.co.uk/products/corsair-nautilus-ii-360-rs-argb-aio-cpu-cooler-black-rs360-ii-argb-unified-frame-fan-copper-aluminiuRead 14 October 2026Specifications list 1700, 1851, AM4 and AM5.
AM5, AM4, LGA1851, LGA1700, LGA1200, LGA1156, LGA1155, LGA1151, LGA11501Maker product pagenzxt.com/products/kraken-plus-240Read 14 October 2026Tech specs: Intel LGA 1851, 1700, 1200 and 115X, AMD AM5 and AM4. 115X is stored as LGA1150, LGA1151, LGA1155 and LGA1156. The FAQ says mounting hardware for all of them is in the box.3Owner's manualcdn-g.nzxt.com/dl/Kraken%20Plus_Manual_240919_V2-WEB.pdfRead 14 October 2026Component list: Intel 1851/1700 and 1200/115X standoffs, AMD AM5/AM4 retention bracket and standoffs.
RAM height clearance
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Offset mounting
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Heatsink
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Heat pipes
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Heat pipe diameter
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Direct-contact heat pipes
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Liquid cooling
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Radiator size
Radiator dimensions
Length394Width120Thickness27mm(15.5 × 4.7 × 1.1 in)4Maker product pagecorsair.com/us/en/explorer/diy-builder/cpu-coolers/corsair-nautilus-ii-vs-nautilus-whats-the-differenceRead 14 October 2026Specs compared table, NAUTILUS II 360 RS ARGB: radiator dimensions 394mm x 120mm x 27mm.
Length281Width120Thickness27mm(11.1 × 4.7 × 1.1 in)1Maker product pagenzxt.com/products/kraken-plus-240Read 14 October 2026Tech specs: radiator 281 x 120 x 27 mm (11.1 x 4.7 x 1.1 in), aluminum.
Radiator material
Tube length
Max pump speed
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2,800rpm1Maker product pagenzxt.com/products/kraken-plus-240Read 14 October 2026NZXT Turbine pump, motor speed 1,200 - 2,800 +/-300 RPM, 12 V DC 0.3 A. The rated top of 2,800 is stored.4Maker product pagenzxt.com/blogs/news/nzxt-kraken-aio-coolers-explained-elite-plus-and-coreRead 14 October 2026Kraken Plus pump 1,200 to 2,800 RPM, adjustable.
Pump power connector
Fans
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Included fans
ACORSAIR NAUTILUS II 360 RS ARGB
| Model | Size (mm) | Fans | Min speed (rpm) | Max speed (rpm) | Airflow (CFM) | Static pressure (mmH₂O) | Noise (claimed) (dB(A)) | Bearing | Connector |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| RS360 II ARGB Unified Frame | 120 | 3 | 420 | 2,100 | 73 | 4.2 | 36 | Magnetic dome | 4-pin PWM |
Source2Maker product pagecorsair.com/us/en/p/cpu-coolers/CW-9061049-WW/nautilus-ii-360-rs-argb-liquid-cpu-cooler-ww-9061049-wwRead 14 October 2026Three RS II ARGB fans in a Unified Frame.4Maker product pagecorsair.com/us/en/explorer/diy-builder/cpu-coolers/corsair-nautilus-ii-vs-nautilus-whats-the-differenceRead 14 October 2026Table, last updated September 19, 2026: one RS360 II ARGB Unified Frame fan with three fans, Magnetic Dome bearing, 0, 420 - 2,100 RPM +/-10%, 10.8 - 73 CFM (per fan), 0.15 - 4.2 mm-H2O (per fan), noise 10 - 36 dB(A). The top of each range is stored. 0 RPM is the Zero RPM mode, so 420 rpm is the lowest speed while spinning.
BNZXT Kraken Plus 240
| Model | Size (mm) | Fans | Min speed (rpm) | Max speed (rpm) | Airflow (CFM) | Static pressure (mmH₂O) | Noise (claimed) (dB(A)) | Bearing | Connector |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| F120P Static Pressure Fan | 120 | 2 | 500 | 2,000 | 73.47 | 4.5 | 30 | Fluid dynamic (FDB) | 4-pin PWM |
Source1Maker product pagenzxt.com/products/kraken-plus-240Read 14 October 2026Included fan specs for the F120P Static Pressure Fan: 2 individual fans, 120 x 120 x 25 mm, 500 - 2,000 +/-200 RPM, 73.47 CFM, 4.5 mmH2O, 30.0 dBA, fluid dynamic bearing, 4-pin PWM, 0.18 A at 12 V. The FAQ says each fan is rated 30.0 dBA at full speed. Zero RPM Mode stops the fans at low loads.3Owner's manualcdn-g.nzxt.com/dl/Kraken%20Plus_Manual_240919_V2-WEB.pdfRead 14 October 2026The F Series static pressure fan has a 4-pin PWM fan cable. The fan splitter cable has an 8-pin male plug for the breakout cable and 4-pin PWM headers for the fans.
Fans
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Display and lighting
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RGB lighting
No1Maker product pagenzxt.com/products/kraken-plus-240Read 14 October 2026The F120P fan spec lists LED quantity 0. The overview sentence about RGB fans is shared text from the RGB model and is not followed.4Maker product pagenzxt.com/blogs/news/nzxt-kraken-aio-coolers-explained-elite-plus-and-coreRead 14 October 2026Lineup table: RGB on the fans only for Kraken Plus. The non-RGB 240, 280 and 360 have no RGB fans.
Lighting standard
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Built-in screen
LCD1Maker product pagenzxt.com/products/kraken-plus-240Read 14 October 2026Display: transmissive TFT, 262K colours, 30 Hz, 300 cd/m2, software-adjustable orientation.4Maker product pagenzxt.com/blogs/news/nzxt-kraken-aio-coolers-explained-elite-plus-and-coreRead 14 October 2026Kraken Plus has a square 1.54-inch TFT LCD, 240 x 240, 30 Hz.
Screen size
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Screen resolution
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Software
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Needs a USB header
Measured
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Cybenetics THETA, AMD AM5
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Cybenetics THETA, Intel LGA1851
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Overall performance at 30 dB(A), AM5 (measured)
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Overall performance at 30 dB(A), LGA1851 (measured)
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Noise at 100% fan setting (Cybenetics)
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Thermal tests (measured)
ACORSAIR NAUTILUS II 360 RS ARGB
| Test CPU | Load | Fan setting | CPU temperature (°C) |
|---|---|---|---|
| AMD Ryzen 9 9950X | AIDA64 System Stability Test, CPU only, 5 minutes | Default | 86 |
BNZXT Kraken Plus 240
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Dimensions
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Heatsink dimensions
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Weight
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Heatsink weight
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In the box
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In the box
1x Intel LGA 1851 / 1700 Mounting Bracket Set, 1x Intel LGA 1851 / 1700 Backplate, 1x AMD AM5 / AM4 Mounting Bracket Set (Pre-installed), 12x Radiator Screws (360 RS ARGB), 1x RS360 II ARGB Fans (360 RS ARGB) (Pre-installed)3Owner's manualcorsair.com/us/en/explorer/diy-builder/cpu-coolers/nautilus-ii-240-360-rs-argbRead 14 October 2026Box contents of the Quick Start Guide for the NAUTILUS II 240 / 360 RS ARGB, copied as printed.
Kraken Plus 240 x1, Intel Backplate x1, Intel Retention Bracket (pre-installed) x1, Intel Socket 1851/1700 Standoff x4, Intel Socket 1200/115X Standoff x4, AMD AM5/AM4 Retention Bracket x1, AMD Socket AM5/AM4 Standoff x4, Thumbscrew x4, Long Screws (30mm UNC 6-32) x16, Short Screws (5mm UNC 6-32) x8, Washer x8, F Series Static Pressure Fan x2, Breakout Cable Set x1, Fan Splitter Cable x13Owner's manualcdn-g.nzxt.com/dl/Kraken%20Plus_Manual_240919_V2-WEB.pdfRead 14 October 2026Component list of the Kraken Plus 240 / 280 / 360 poster manual, with the 240 quantities: 16 long screws, 8 short screws, 8 washers and 2 fans. Names are copied as printed. The manual is a poster with the list in images.
Links
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Product page
Spec sheet
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Manual
EPREL registration number
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Warranty
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Manufacturer warranty (source market)
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